How many syllables in “bolide”?
syllables in "bolide"
Word details
Syllables
2
bol · ide
Letters
6
b · o · l · i · d · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “bolide”
The word “bolide” contains 2 syllables, divided as bol · ide. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bolide" have?
"bolide" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bolide" into syllables?
"bolide" is divided into syllables as: bol · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "bolide"?
The Scrabble score for "bolide" is 9 points.
Using “bolide” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bolide" (bol · ide) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bolide” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “bolide”
The letters in “bolide” can be rearranged to spell one other word: boiled.